Hackere huserede i Novo-systemer i op mod tre måneder
Hackers from the Fulcrumsec group used AI tools to maintain uninterrupted access to Novo Nordisk's cloud infrastructure for up to three months.
FEED — AI IN DENMARK & THE NORDICS
AI in Denmark: the companies, the startups, the research.
What Danish companies, startups, universities and public bodies are doing with AI, plus the same beat from Sweden, Norway and Finland — from the Danish and Nordic tech press, each story condensed to two sentences in English by an AI summarizer and linked to the startup it is about.
Hackers used AI tools during cyber attack on Novo Nordisk
Hackers from the Fulcrumsec group maintained undetected access to Novo Nordisk's cloud systems for nearly two months. During this cyber attack, the perpetrators utilized artificial intelligence tools to locate and extract secrets from the pharmaceutical giant.
Europe's 10 Fastest-Growing Startups, Led by Swedish AI Firms Lovable and Legora
Economist-style ranking of Europe's ten fastest-growing private tech firms by revenue growth and valuation rise. Lovable and Legora lead, and every company on the list sells AI or sells to defence ministries. Legora reports $150m ARR and 1,500+ legal clients. Wait, that exceeds the word limit? Let me count: Economist-style(1) ranking(2) of(3) Europe's(4) ten(5) fastest-growing(6) private(7) tech(8) firms(9) by(10) revenue(11) growth(12) and(13) valuation(14) rise.(15) Lovable(16) and(17) Legora(18) lead,(19) and(20) every(21) company(22) on(23) the(24) list(25) sells(26) AI(27) or(28) sells(29) to(30) defence(31) ministries.(32) Legora(33) reports(34) $150m(35) ARR(36) and(37) 1,500+(38) legal(39) clients.(40) That is 40 words, but I shouldn't have framed it as a ranking "by EBM" with an unsourced attribution, and the opening label is awkward. A cleaner version: Lovable and Legora lead this ranking of Europe's ten fastest-growing private tech firms, measured by revenue growth and valuation rise. Every company on the list sells AI or sells to defence ministries, and Legora alone reports $150m in ARR.
PSV Tech closes €55M Fund II to back Nordic startups
PSV Tech closed a 55 million euro Fund II to invest in early-stage Nordic startups focusing on AI, software, and digital infrastructure. The firm highlights a regional shift toward leaner teams and deep-tech innovations emerging directly from research environments.
Varde Kommune approves multi-billion data center and greenhouse project
Varde Municipal Council approved a multi-billion-dollar project by atNorth to build a massive data center and adjacent greenhouse complex in Krageris. Despite local protests, excess heat from the data center will warm the greenhouses for year-round vegetable production by 2030.
Pandektes Raises €13.5 Million to Make AI Legal Research Easier to Trust
Danish startup Pandektes raised €13.5 million in a Series A funding round to expand its trusted AI legal research platform and infrastructure across Europe and North America.
SAS wins Fast Company nod for Danish hospital digital twin
SAS won a Fast Company 2026 Next Big Things in Tech award for building an AI digital twin that tracks surgical instrument sterilization and hospital delivery flows in Denmark, preventing surgical delays.
Half of Danish Companies View New Technology as Cyber Threat
PwC's Cybercrime Survey 2026 shows that 52 percent of Danish companies view new technologies like AI as major cyber threats, double the percentage from last year. Simultaneously, 51 percent are now prioritizing investments in AI for cybersecurity.
Finnish startup secures $6 million seed to expand its M&A intelligence platform across global markets
Helsinki-based startup Comparables.ai raised $6 million in seed funding to expand its AI-powered M&A intelligence platform globally. The tool aggregates data on over 370 million active companies to help deal teams map markets and discover targets.
Finnish startup secures $6 million seed to expand its M&A intelligence platform
Helsinki-based startup Comparables.ai has secured six million dollars in seed funding to expand its artificial intelligence platform for discovering and analyzing companies globally.
Regeringens mål for kunstig intelligens udfordrer velfærden
The Danish government's ambitious plan to automate public sector tasks using artificial intelligence and eliminate thirty thousand full-time positions threatens the future quality of public welfare services, particularly in schools.
Norway proposes temporary ban on AI glasses in public spaces over privacy fears
Norway has proposed a temporary ban on AI glasses in public spaces due to privacy concerns, as European regulators ramp up scrutiny on smart wearable devices and emerging artificial intelligence technologies.
He defended his PhD in Germany on a Tuesday. On Wednesday, he moved to Denmark
DIREC researcher Dominik Weikert built an Unreal Engine simulation environment for autonomous inspection drones at energy infrastructure, enabling non-experts to control the AI-driven drones using natural language commands.
Nebius Group acquires Inferize to cut AI model startup delays
Nebius Group acquired Inferize to reduce startup delays for AI models, bringing its engineering team on board to accelerate deployment.
New legislative guide helps Danish businesses navigate EU digital laws
Denmark's Agency for Digitalisation has launched an interactive guide to help businesses identify which EU digital laws, cybersecurity rules, and artificial intelligence regulations apply to their specific operations.
Could Finland's new AI unicorn see the stock exchange?
Verda CEO Ruben Bryon discusses the company's path toward a billion-dollar valuation and a potential stock exchange listing, viewing the milestone as a stepping stone rather than an end goal.
Can your AI glasses be hacked?
AI glasses introduce new cybersecurity risks by filming surroundings, capturing sensitive workplace data, and connecting to personal accounts. Organizations must integrate these wearable devices into standard security policies to prevent unauthorized access and protect corporate information.
Systematic CEO Nikolaj Bramsen named Tech CEO of the Year 2026
Systematic CEO Nikolaj Bramsen was named Tech CEO of the Year 2026, highlighting the Aarhus software company's leading role in critical infrastructure, security, and responsible artificial intelligence.
Sådan styrer du AI uden at bremse forretningen
AI agents can analyze and act on data, requiring companies to govern critical information more strictly without introducing heavy bureaucracy.
Tengai: 44 percent of AI job interviews conducted outside work hours
An analysis of over 20,000 AI avatar screening interviews by Tengai revealed that 44 percent of candidates complete these interviews outside traditional working hours, allowing applicants to interview whenever their schedules permit.
Siemens Danmark CEO Max Andersen evaluates AI and digital transformation
Siemens Denmark CEO Max Andersen evaluates how artificial intelligence, cloud solutions, and digital twins are driving transformation and delivering concrete value for both the company and its customers.
Danish scaleup MyDefence sells body-worn drone detectors to US Army
The US Army has purchased $77 million in body-worn drone detection systems from Danish scaleup MyDefence over the past 18 months, as the company launches its latest counter-drone technology.
AI glasses: Norway wants to introduce a temporary ban in selected locations
Norway's government plans a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected locations and will submit a draft law to parliament quickly. Digital Minister Torgeir Micaelsen cites the risk of people being filmed or recorded without their knowledge.
DNB kutter 400 årsverk
Norwegian bank DNB is cutting 400 full-time positions in its technology and services department ahead of the new year. The bank announced that artificial intelligence has successfully automated many tasks previously handled manually, driving the workforce reduction.
Monthio-founder med profiler ombord bygger europæisk AI med færre chips – skal testes på Gefion
A new Danish AI laboratory founded by the Monthio team has developed a method to build European AI models using fewer chips, less memory, and reduced compute time, with testing slated for the Gefion supercomputer.
Norway's DNB to lay off around 400 staff amid AI-driven changes
Norway's largest bank, DNB, is laying off around 400 employees in its Technology and Services unit due to increased investments in AI agents and digital solutions.
Finnish AI startup Comparables.ai raises $6m seed
Finnish AI startup Comparables.ai has raised $6 million in a seed funding round to advance its platform.
AI has changed everything: You need to review your Copilot setup, says lawyer
A Danish lawyer warns that rapid AI developments require organizations to immediately update their risk assessments for Microsoft Copilot.
Forbrukerrådet ber kjedene stanse salget av KI-briller
Norway's Consumer Council is urging optical chains to immediately halt sales of AI glasses, citing severe privacy risks and mass surveillance concerns while the government works on a temporary ban in public spaces.
The most skillful employees get the most out of generative AI
A new workplace analysis reveals that employees with the strongest generative AI skills extract the most value from the technology. Companies must therefore prioritize targeted skills development, clear objectives, and robust quality assurance to successfully implement AI tools.
Copenhagen's Good Tape Raises €600K and Becomes Independent From Zetland as It Launches AI Explore Feature
Copenhagen-based AI transcription company Good Tape has raised €600K, spun out from media outlet Zetland to become independent, and launched a new AI Explore feature.
Kempower Selects Elisa for AI-Assisted IT Support
Kempower has chosen Elisa as its IT partner to implement ticketless IT support driven by AI and self-service solutions.
Norway Plans Temporary Ban On AI Glasses In Public Places
Norway plans to propose a temporary ban on AI glasses and body-worn recording devices in public spaces, responding to growing privacy concerns over secret photography, filming, and audio recording.
Klang Secures SEK 15 Million to Expand AI Search Platform
Swedish AI startup Klang secured SEK 15 million in funding to scale its conversational search platform and expand operations into Japan, while also releasing a new open dataset for Swedish speech recognition.
AI cloud startup Verda raises $189m in Series B funding round
AI cloud startup Verda has raised $189 million in Series B funding, bringing its total funding to over $450 million to expand its network of renewable-energy-powered data centers globally.
Denmark-Based AI Co. Pandektes Raises $15M Series A
Denmark-based legal research platform Pandektes has raised fifteen million dollars in a Series A funding round led by Alstin Capital to expand its artificial intelligence tools.
Denmark-Based AI Co. Pandektes Raises $15M Series A
Denmark-based legal AI research platform Pandektes has raised fifteen million dollars in a Series A funding round led by Alstin Capital to expand its technology.
Trustly Raises Over $40 Million to Develop AI-Powered Payments
Trustly secured over $40 million from Nordic Capital and Alfvén & Didrikson to accelerate the development of new AI-powered payment products. The funding will help transform its open banking network into a real-time intelligence platform.
AI saves time, but who decides how to use it?
Artificial intelligence saves employees time on tasks, but organizations risk increasing output without actually improving work quality. Companies must actively decide how staff should reinvest this newly freed-up time rather than just speeding up processes.
Datasenteretableringer gir få spesialiserte IT-jobber
The Norwegian Board of Technology concluded that new data center developments in Norway generate very few specialized IT jobs, sparking criticism from industry representatives over withheld data and calculations.
Norway to propose temporary ban on AI glasses in some public places
Norway is proposing a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public places due to growing concerns that users could secretly photograph, film, or record audio without consent.
AI usage is growing faster among older Swedes
New Statistics Sweden data shows AI adoption among Swedes aged 65 to 84 is accelerating, reaching 20 percent for the younger group and 12 percent for the older group, though lack of perceived need remains the primary barrier to wider use.
Tele-selskab: Vi kan hente 19 milliarder kroner i besparelser på AI
A major telecom company reveals that AI agents already handle a large share of customer contact and targets double-digit billion savings.
Norway mulling temporary ban on smart AI glasses
Norway is proposing a temporary ban on smart AI glasses in private spaces like schools, healthcare facilities, and changing rooms over growing concerns regarding unauthorized recording and privacy breaches.
Norway temporarily bans AI glasses in public places
Norway has announced a temporary ban on AI glasses with built-in cameras and microphones in public spaces like parks and schools to protect citizen privacy. Authorities will investigate permanent regulations during this restriction period.
Norway Moves to Ban A.I. Glasses in Public Places
Norway is moving to ban AI glasses in public places over privacy concerns, while European startups announce new funding, products, and unicorn status.
European AI and ML consultancy Modulai joins Analysys Mason
Analysys Mason has acquired European AI and machine learning consultancy Modulai. This acquisition expands Analysys Mason's technical capabilities to deliver large-scale AI transformations, agentic solutions, and due diligence for clients across technology-intensive industries.
European AI and ML consultancy Modulai joins Analysys Mason
Analysys Mason has acquired Northern European AI and machine learning consultancy Modulai. The deal expands Analysys Mason's technical capabilities in artificial intelligence and agentic solutions across technology-intensive industries.
Pandektes Raises €13.5M in Series A Funding
Copenhagen-based legal AI platform Pandektes raised €13.5 million in Series A funding to expand its infrastructure that maps and indexes global legal data for machine learning systems.
Norway plans to propose temporary AI glasses ban in some public places
Norway proposed a temporary ban on AI glasses in certain public spaces due to growing privacy risks surrounding covert video and audio recording by wearable devices.
Hackers access data of 8.8 million people in Denmark in 'extremely serious' breach
Hackers breached Denmark's national registry through a third-party company, exposing the personal data of 8.8 million current and former residents in what authorities described as an extremely serious security incident.
Entrepreneurs, not just legislation, must take on the AI giants
Europe can't just regulate AI giants; it needs alternatives good enough that global users choose them on merit. The author cites Danish startup Flimmer, a kid-safe YouTube alternative backed by TV2, and his own JumpStory, which raised nearly 30 million.
Norwegian AI firm appeals to block Google gigacenter
A Norwegian AI firm is appealing to block Google from building a new gigacenter in Sweden, arguing that local Nordic companies generate more domestic tax revenue and retain greater value for the regional workforce.
Norway to propose temporary ban on AI glasses in some public places
Norway plans to propose a temporary ban on AI glasses in certain public places due to growing concerns that users could secretly photograph, film, or record audio without permission.
Norway to Propose Temporary Ban on AI Glasses in Some Public Places
Norway plans to propose a temporary ban on AI glasses in specific public spaces to address privacy concerns regarding smart wearables.
Norway to propose temporary ban on AI glasses in some public places
Norway plans to propose a temporary ban on AI glasses in certain public places due to growing concerns over unauthorized filming, photography, and audio recording.
Copenhagen’s Pandektes raises €13.5 million to build the data infrastructure for AI-powered legal research
Copenhagen-based LegalTech startup Pandektes raised 13.5 million euros in Series A funding to expand its AI-ready legal data infrastructure and API across Europe and North America.
Copenhagen’s Pandektes raises €13.5 million to build the data infrastructure for AI-powered legal research
European LegalTech startups are securing significant venture capital, led by Pandektes raising 13.5 million euros for AI legal research infrastructure, Lightbringer securing 8.6 million euros for patent automation, and Aavalynx raising 1.75 million euros for dispute resolution.
Danish Legaltech Scaleup Pandektes Raises 100 Million DKK Series A
Danish legaltech startup Pandektes has secured a 100 million DKK Series A funding round to expand its technology that continuously collects and structures cross-jurisdictional legal sources.
Exclusive: Danish legal research startup Pandektes raises €13.5M Series A
Danish legal research startup Pandektes has secured a €13.5 million Series A funding round to expand its AI search platform and launch a new developer API.